B & A Associates, LLC

Leasing Specialist

Lisle, IllinoisFull-time
About the Job
Full-Time, Base + Commission.

The Villages on Maple located in Lisle, Illinois is managed by B & A Property Group, based here in the Greater Chicago Land area; is looking for an individual who is interested in advancing their career in property management. This individual must have excellent organizational and people skills as well as a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel to join our leasing team.

SUMMARY: 
Leasing Consultants are tasked with effectively marketing the property and maintaining high occupancy of qualified residents. They are the first impression of the property and must present a high level of professionalism.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  • Must have excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Must have proven customer service and/or sales experience (leasing preferred but not required).
  • Must be very organized, professional, friendly, enthusiastic and self-motivated.
  • Knowledge of basic math, and general office technology skills preferred.
  • Must be able to work in a fast paced working environment.
  • Must be able to work with little or no supervision.
  • Must be able to work weekends.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
  • Provide excellent service to residents, prospects, vendors, visitors, and other customers.
  • Conduct building tours for prospective residents and input traffic into software daily.
  • Lease apartments in accordance with policies and procedures set forth by management.
  • Accurately enter new lease information into computer system.
  • Prepare, maintain, and manage new and existing lease files.
  • Assist in move-in / move-out process.
  • Receive and enter resident service requests.
  • Assist with resident programs and retention strategies.
  • Assist property manager and co-workers in the management and operations of the property.
  • Maintain confidentiality in all job responsibilities as it pertains to staff and tenants.
  • Follow policies and procedures while complying with Fair Housing, state and federal laws.

WE OFFER a competitive hourly wage plus GENEROUS commissions and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. Additionally you will receive PTO, paid holidays, employee assistance programs as well as 401K with employer matching.